Two Sailors Hurt in U.S. Warship Fire in Japan, Navy Reports
A fire on the USS New Orleans, a U.S. amphibious transport dock ship, was declared extinguished after 12 hours on Thursday, following its outbreak…
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U.S. Navy Transport Ship Engulfed in Flames for 12 Hours Off Japan
On August 20, a fire erupted on the USS New Orleans, a US Navy amphibious transport dock ship anchored off Okinawa, Japan. The situation unfolded…
Enhancing Maritime Rule of Law: Insights from the EU, Thailand, and Japan Seminar
On March 25, 2025, Bangkok hosted a significant seminar focusing on regional maritime security and the implementation of the United Nations…
Guarding the Seas: Japan Coast Guard's Counter-Piracy Initiatives and Opportunities for Shipbuilders
On February 6, 2025, the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) announced the successful execution of a counter-piracy training exercise conducted the day prior…
Oil Fences Deployed on Izu Isles to Prevent Volcanic Pumice Influx
The Tokyo metropolitan government has proactively installed oil fences in the Izu island chain to shield fishing ports from an anticipated influx of…
EDITORIAL: Distinguishing Roles of the SDF and Japan Coast Guard
Effective cooperation between the Self-Defense Forces (SDF) and the Japan Coast Guard (JCG) is crucial for national security, especially during…
Japan–Vietnam Maritime Tour Inspires Youth
NYK recently organized a social studies tour for 48 junior high school students from the Ho Chi Minh Japanese School in Vietnam, focusing on the…
Guardians of the Sea: Upholding Maritime Sovereignty
Japan, the world’s sixth largest maritime nation, is composed of 14,000 islands and boasts an ocean area of approximately 4.47 million square…
Japan’s Initiatives for Decarbonizing the Shipping Industry
Japan, a global leader in maritime trade and shipbuilding, is setting ambitious goals to decarbonize its shipping industry. Decarbonizing the…
Enhancing Maritime Law Enforcement in Northern Pemba Province
The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) is implementing vital measures to enhance Mozambique’s maritime law enforcement capabilities…
China and Japan Trade Accusations Over Maritime Violations
The maritime dispute between China and Japan over the Senkaku Islands (known as Diaoyu in China) has intensified, with both nations accusing each…